Best Payroll Services for Cleaning & Landscaping (2026)
The best payroll services for cleaning, landscaping and home-service companies are OnPay, Paychex and Gusto, based on support for crews paid hourly with travel time and seasonal headcount swings. Expect $44 to $130 per month for 1 to 10 employees at entry-tier list prices as of November 2026; industry-specific features may require a higher tier.
Prices verified November 2026
What makes payroll harder for cleaning, landscaping and home-service companies
- Crews paid hourly with travel time
- Seasonal headcount swings
- Spanish-language pay stubs and onboarding
- Workers' comp costs
What to look for
Pay-as-you-go workers' comp smooths cash flow and is offered by Paychex, ADP and Gusto. OnPay's per-worker billing only charges for people paid that month, which suits seasonal crews.
Our picks for cleaning, landscaping and home-service companies
OnPay
Small businesses, farms, nonprofits and restaurants that want the lowest all-in price with no surprise fees, and free white-glove setup.
Paychex
Owners who want a named human to call, businesses considering a PEO later, and anyone bundling payroll with workers' comp or retirement.
Gusto
Teams under 50 who want to run payroll themselves in a few clicks and get benefits, 401(k) and HR tools without a sales call.
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Other industries
- Restaurants
- Construction
- Retail
- Medical & Dental Practices
- Nonprofits
- Churches & Ministries
- Salons & Spas
- Trucking & Logistics
- Law Firms
- Startups
- Cleaning & Landscaping
- Franchises
Frequently asked questions
What is the best payroll software for cleaning, landscaping and home-service companies?
OnPay is our first pick for cleaning, landscaping and home-service companies because of pay-as-you-go workers' comp smooths cash flow and is offered by paychex, adp and gusto. Paychex and Gusto are strong alternatives.
How much does payroll cost for cleaning, landscaping and home-service companies?
Entry-tier list prices range from $44 to $130 per month for 1 to 10 employees as of November 2026. Cleaning & Landscaping-specific needs such as crews paid hourly with travel time may require an add-on or a higher tier.
Which payroll providers handle crews paid hourly with travel time?
OnPay, Paychex, Gusto all support it. Ask any provider to walk you through exactly how before signing.